12th February 2026

With reference to the removal of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements:

1. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha can be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of the members present and voting in the House.
2. A resolution for the removal of the Speaker can only be moved if at least 14 days' notice has been given of the intention to move the resolution.
3. The provisions regarding the removal of the Speaker under Article 94 apply equally to both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following provisions regarding the vacation of office by the Speaker or Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha:

1. Cessation of membership of the House.
2. Resignation submitted in writing to the President of India.
3. Removal by a resolution passed by an effective majority of the House.

Which of the provisions mentioned above are constitutionally valid under Article 94?

Consider the following statements regarding the Public Financial Management System (PFMS):

1. It is a web-based platform developed by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, to facilitate direct tax collections.
2. It mandates the use of Single Nodal Agency (SNA) and Treasury Single Account (TSA) modules for better cash management.
3. It tracks funds released under all Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes and enables real-time reporting of expenditure.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements accurately describes the Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan evam Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan (PM-SURAJ) portal?

With reference to the cultural and historical legacy of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah of Awadh, consider the following statements:

1. He wrote his autobiography, Ishqnamah, in the Urdu language.
2. He is credited with a significant role in the revival and patronage of the Kathak dance form.
3. He used the pen name 'Qaisar' for his poetic compositions, which included ghazals and plays.
4. He was deposed by the British following the Revolt of 1857.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?